ignition YAMAHA YZF-R6 2001 User Guide

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
6-45
6
EAU02990
Troubleshooting charts Starting problems or poor engine performance
EW000125
WARNING
@ Keep away open flames and do not smoke while checking or working on the fuel system. @
Check the fuel level in
the fuel tank.1. Fuel
There is enough fuel.
There is no fuel.
Check the compression.
Supply fuel.
The engine does not start.
Check the compression.
Operate the electric starter.2. Compression
There is compression.
There is no compression.
Check the ignition.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Remove the spark plugs
and check the electrodes.3. Ignition
Wipe off with a dry cloth and correct the
spark plug gaps, or replace the spark plugs.
Have a Yamaha dealer check the vehicle.
The engine does not start.
Have a Yamaha dealer
check the vehicle.
Operate the electric starter.4. Battery
The engine turns over
quickly.
The engine turns over
slowly.DryWet
The engine does not start.
Check the battery.Open the throttle halfway and operate
the electric starter.
The battery is good.Check the battery lead connections,
and charge the battery if necessary.
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-3
8
Tire air pressure
(measured on cold tires)
Up to 90 kg*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm
2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
90 kg–maximum*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 290 kPa (2.90 kg/cm2, 2.90 bar)
High-speed riding*
Front 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
Rear 250 kPa (2.50 kg/cm2, 2.50 bar)
* Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and accessories
Wheels
Front
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 3.50
Rear
Type Cast wheel
Size 17 ´ MT 5.50
Brakes
Front
Type Dual disc brake
Operation Right hand
Fluid DOT 4Rear
Type Single disc brake
Operation Right foot
Fluid DOT 4
Suspension
Front Telescopic fork
Rear Swingarm (link suspension)
Spring/shock absorber
Front Coil spring / oil damper
Rear Coil spring / gas-oil damper
Wheel travel
Front 130 mm
Rear 120 mm
Electrical system
Ignition system DC-C.D.I.
Charging system
Type A.C. magneto
Standard output 14 V, 320 W@ 5,000 r/min
Battery
Model GT9B-4
Voltage, capacity 12 V, 8 AH
Headlight typeQuartz bulb (halogen)
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SPECIFICATIONS
8-4
8
Bulb voltage, wattage ´ quantity
Headlight 12 V, 60/55 W ´ 2
Tail/brake light 13.5 V, 1/6.1 W ´ 2 (LED)
Turn signal light 12 V, 21 W ´ 4
Auxiliary light 12 V, 5 W ´ 2
Meter lighting 12 V, 1.4 W ´ 2
Neutral indicator light LED
High beam indicator light LED
Turn signal indicator light LED
Fuel level warning light LED
Oil level/coolant temperature
warning light LED
Fuses
Main fuse 30 A
Headlight fuse 20 A
Signaling system fuse 15 A
Radiator fan fuse 7.5 A
Ignition fuse 15 A
Odometer fuse 7.5 A
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10-INDEXAAir filter element, checking ..................... 6-17
Air intake duct ........................................ 6-20
Anti-theft alarm ...................................... 3-10BBattery ................................................... 6-37
Brake and clutch levers, checking and
lubricating ............................................ 6-34
Brake fluid, changing ............................. 6-30
Brake fluid level, checking...................... 6-29
Brake lever...............................................3-9
Brake light switch (rear), adjusting ......... 6-27
Brake pads, checking............................. 6-28
Brake pedal............................................ 3-10
Brake pedal, lubricating.......................... 6-34
Brake pedal position, adjusting .............. 6-27CCables, checking and lubricating............ 6-33
Carburetors, adjusting............................ 6-20
Care.........................................................7-1
Clutch lever ..............................................3-9
Clutch lever free play, adjusting ............. 6-25
Conversion table ......................................8-5
Coolant .................................................. 6-13
Changing .......................................... 6-15
Checking .......................................... 6-13
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ................................................6-6DDimmer switch .........................................3-7
Drive chain, lubricating ........................... 6-32
Drive chain slack ................................... 6-31
Adjusting .......................................... 6-31
Checking .......................................... 6-31EEngine break-in ....................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ............. 6-10
Engine stop switch................................... 3-8FFront and rear suspension settings ........ 3-21
Front fork, adjusting ............................... 3-17
Front fork, checking ............................... 6-35
Fuel ....................................................... 3-11
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ......... 5-3
Fuel level warning light ............................ 3-2
Fuel tank breather hose ......................... 3-12
Fuel tank cap ......................................... 3-11
Fuses, replacing .................................... 6-38HHandlebar switches ................................. 3-7
Headlight bulb, replacing ....................... 6-39
Helmet holder ........................................ 3-15
High beam indicator light ......................... 3-2
Horn switch ............................................. 3-8IIdentification numbers ............................. 9-1
Idling speed, adjusting ........................... 6-21
Ignition circuit cut-off system.................. 3-23
Indicator and warning lights ..................... 3-2KKey identification number ........................ 9-1
LLight switch ..............................................3-8
Luggage strap holders ...........................3-22MMain switch/steering lock .........................3-1
Model label ..............................................9-2NNeutral indicator light ...............................3-2OOil level/coolant temperature warning
light ........................................................3-3PParking.....................................................5-4
Part locations ...........................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-7
Periodic maintenance and lubrication
chart ......................................................6-3
Pre-operation check list ............................4-1SSafety information ....................................1-1
Seats .....................................................3-13
Passenger seat.................................3-14
Rider seat .........................................3-13
Self-diagnosis device ...............................3-7
Shifting .....................................................5-3
Shift pedal ................................................3-9
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting ......3-19
Sidestand ...............................................3-22
Sidestand, checking and lubricating .......6-34
Spark plugs, checking ..............................6-9
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